India Point Park — Attraction in Providence

This park is on the bay, where the Providence and Seekonk rivers meet, and located in the Fox Point neighborhood of Providence. It was established in 1680 as the first port in Providence; it was a major transportation hub for material goods and passengers. Tea and spices were traded with the East and West Indies, hence the name India Point. Steamships transported passengers from Baltimore, Miami, and Philadelphia. There's so much history there.

There was a wide fishing dock and plenty of people fishing on it when we went; signs all around mentioning to not gut the fish on the dock, once caught, for obvious reasons. A beautiful walking path with views of the water. There were old wooden poles sticking out of the water which I'm assuming were old docks. There were plenty of green space and benches throughout. My toddler enjoyed the fenced in playground; it had a beautiful stone wall with art on it, swings, slides, climbing playscapes, benches, and tables. There was a large soccer field adjacent to the playground. A pedestrian bridge which goes over 1-195 can be accessed there as well as the East Bay bike path. There are many events that takes place there like the annual fourth of July celebrations. Overall, a lovely park with an immense...

We enjoyed the fireworks 💥 on 7/3/2022 at this park. There were live band/music, food trucks and most importantly, the people and the positive vibes. There are no permanent restrooms at this park. There is extensive roadside parking along India Street adjacent to the park. However, it was all full and we found some place in neighborhood, and then walked over the pedestrian bridge over Rt. 195 - connecting the park to the neighborhood. You get to see the sweeping views of the Providence Harbor and Seekonk River. The lighted, paved & stone dust walking paths along the water adds to the beauty.

Glad to learn that In 1974, environmentalist Mary Elizabeth Sharpe pushed the city to turn the land into a public park that took its name from the maritime activity connecting Providence with the East and West Indies.

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If you love Providence, this is a stop to start with. It will give you views ,tranquillity, and a perspective to chill and groove through the downtown area, that has so ,so, much to offer. And if you want to stay in the outdoor scene, thenstay right there. You can walk along the trails. Check out the water views as you go. If you brought donuts from PVD or jellies and glazed from our other fav down the street. Or any other eats so close by, its not hard, most any ave. Or blvd. If youd rather get up and go, the cool cruising ferry is only just along the road.jet over to Newport and back for less than what it takes to buy 2 coffees and a donut at Dunkin. Stay instead walk a few feet over to paddle board or beetle sail in the harbor. I'm telling you ,its true, this is the place to start, there's plenty more...